Last night he achieved another one of his ambitions, to win another major title.
Becks came to America not only to help the growth of the sport, but to also achieve what he set out to do. To help the LA Galaxy win the MLS CUP. - Completed.
I feel it has been a long hard campaign for David. It has not been easy for him by any means. There was a lot of talk about him coming to the US just based on money and endorsement purposes. Selling his franchise if you like. David doesn’t need to do this. He is already a global brand. Its Beckham.
His move back to Italy in the off-season really didn’t settle with the fans at all. They saw it as a sign of disrespect. A lot of people were talking, perhaps the MLS just isn’t good enough for him. That perhaps he was starting to regret his decision to move his entire family and franchise to America. Guys, I tell you that wasnt the case. Becks spoke the truth. Joining AC Milan on the off-season was only to help the Galaxy and himself. On a basis of fitness maintenance, getting in the playing time…. Becks maybe surrounded by all the glamour of Hollywood, but he didn’t want to sit on his back side, be seen at parties, functions any chance for a photo opportunity. No, he only cares about football. That is his life, that is all he wants to do. David thought by moving to italy would help him with the national set up and also the olympic bid. That it did.
Beckhams return to LA was hostile. The reception he received from the fans wasnt pleasant, but being the true athlete and person that he is, he was fully aware of it, and realized he had to be prepared for it. There was a lot of taunting and booing during his first few games back. The fans didn’t want him…shirts were burnt, a very disrespectful approach toward him. course, this got to Becks, wouldn’t it anyone? – but all of this nonsense would only make him stronger.As, the seasons went on, I think he gained an awful lot of respect. Not only in his games and dedication but off the pitch aswell.
The MLS playoffs were upon us and the Galaxy were looking good – After hard work, patience and unity they were in the MLS Cup final against Houston Dynamo.
The main question on everyone’s mind leading up to this game was if David was going to stay in LA or would this be his last game in a Galaxy jersey?
The first half was very dull, Becks didn’t seem to be involved much – i was thinking, this is odd. It looked as tho he was moving away from play rather than being integrated. Becks is known for his play making. The play maker didn’t look like he wanted to be there. Perhaps the emotion of the occasion got to him?….His thoughts about, this is my last game? were all these things circulating around his head? - later I learnt, he had tweaked his hamstring earlier in the week, but still insisted on playing… that is Dedication. – hats of to you Becks.
After the break the Galaxy came out fighting. It was their game to win – For the fans, for themselves. David still looked out the game, tiredness was showing in his movement and facial expressions…Then out of no where the famous trio stepped up. Beckham, Keane and Donovan helped create the play and the Galaxy were one up. This really killed the game, if there was any sort of game really being played. Not a very high level of football being played I must admit.
The Galaxy had done it – They had won the MLS Cup, David had achieved all that he was set out to do. Won 3 titles, with 3 different clubs, in 3 different countries across the globe. England, Spain and America
As a lover of the game, a fan of David Beckhams since his early playing days – I was proud to have witness their triumph. You really could see the satisfaction on his face, the emotion was clearly obvious. Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz all joined him on the pitch in the trophy celebrations. It seemed very loving – not only was he an amazing athlete and ambassador for the game. But, an amazing father aswell. He is wonderful – the perfect example of a role model. Someone for children to look up too..
What is next for the Beckhams?…….that we will just have to wait and see – my thoughts? I think that was his last game for the Galaxy, let him ride out into the sunset. – On to the next chapter….
Hats off to him, he’s achieved what he really set out to do, win, and the thing with Beckham is that he’s not the most talented player in the world but he work’s his arse off and you can see it means so much to him.
Definitely, thing is, you will never see David do fancy foot work, or take people on. He will stop the ball dead or knock it in front of him and deliver a mean ball
You make some very valid points. I think Becks is real class, you will never see him behave inappropriately, he just gets on with his career, works hard and gets results… He’s a great embassador for the game
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Posted by boxofficebuzzab on November 21, 2011 at 3:42 pm
Great athlete!
Posted by Matthew on November 21, 2011 at 5:54 pm
Legend of a player!
Posted by craig8easton on November 22, 2011 at 4:35 am
Hats off to him, he’s achieved what he really set out to do, win, and the thing with Beckham is that he’s not the most talented player in the world but he work’s his arse off and you can see it means so much to him.
Posted by pitchofdreams on November 22, 2011 at 8:41 am
Definitely, thing is, you will never see David do fancy foot work, or take people on. He will stop the ball dead or knock it in front of him and deliver a mean ball
Posted by renxkyoko on November 23, 2011 at 5:22 am
Is he leaving Calfornia, then ? Or maybe the USA and move somewhere ?
Posted by pitchofdreams on November 23, 2011 at 8:09 am
We dont know yet – very anxious in waiting! There is talk about him going to Paris..
glad you enjoyed the piece..
Posted by renxkyoko on November 23, 2011 at 12:54 pm
England was hurt too when he left…. that hurts more, don’t you think so ? We should be thankful the US had him, even for just a short while.
Posted by pitchofdreams on November 23, 2011 at 4:34 pm
Yes, when he stepped down as captain, it all changed. I think he has done a marvelous job being here.
Posted by afootballblog on November 26, 2011 at 7:19 pm
You make some very valid points. I think Becks is real class, you will never see him behave inappropriately, he just gets on with his career, works hard and gets results… He’s a great embassador for the game
Posted by pitchofdreams on November 27, 2011 at 9:07 pm
Thank you for the words; I agree, he is such a great icon!
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Posted by pitchofdreams on November 28, 2011 at 7:48 pm
I cant see him going back to england…looks like PSG, we shall see.